What does OFCCP look for in a contractors internal audit and reporting system?
The internal audit and reporting system is the contractor’s way to assess the overall effectiveness of the contractor’s Affirmative Action Program (AAP) and advise senior management of the effectiveness of the AAP. The system should monitor records of all personnel activity (including hires, promotions, transfers and terminations) and compensation at all levels to ensure that non-discriminatory practices have been followed. It is suggested that reporting be performed on a periodic basis and reviewed by appropriate management. In addition, top officials should be notified of the program’s effectiveness and any recommendations for improvement. The AAP should contain a narrative description of how the system works. Some larger contractor establishments may find it necessary and helpful to conduct internal audits and reports more frequently (i.e., quarterly), while smaller contractors may find that an annual review is sufficient. Our regulations only require “periodic” reviews, which OFCCP
